Chelsea Farmers Market Manager Emily Griswold wants to remind shoppers that the market is trying to boost fresh food purchases from those using SNAP-Federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program dollars.

“We just want to make sure that folks who use SNAP dollars know that they can receive up to 20 free extra dollars to purchase fruits and veggies every market they attend when they redeem SNAP benefits,” she said. “Twenty dollars taken out in SNAP is equal to $20 in Double-Up Food Bucks.”

Kellie Boyd is the Double Up Food Bucks Director.

“Double Up Food Bucks program is part of the Fair Food Network and doubles the value of SNAP benefits spent at participating farmers markets and grocery stores, helping people bring home more fruits and vegetables, while also supporting local farmers,” said Boyd.

“Before shopping, SNAP customers should go to the market office or information booth, where market staff can help you get started,” said Boyd. “At the farmers market, Double-Up Food Bucks can only be used to purchase Michigan grown fruits and vegetables.”